A networking luncheon for Glendora Chamber of Commerce will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 14.

There will be a renewing members’ recognition, an expo table, raffle prizes and newsletter recognition. Those interested in going should bring materials for the expo table.

It is $15 with a reservation and $17 for non-members or without reservation. RSVP by April 12 by calling 626-963-4128 or e-mailing valarie@glendora-chamber.org.

The event will be at Club House 66, 1200 E. Route 66.

Red Cross volunteers

Change a life, starting with your own, by becoming a volunteer. The American Red Cross immediately needs volunteers to assist with blood drives.

Volunteers support the nursing staff by registering donors and handing out refreshments. Training in your area is provided and no experience is necessary.

For more information, call Monique Samudio at 800-558-3141.

Honor WWII vets

Community help is sought to honor World War II veterans on the first Friday of each month.

The La Verne Chamber of Commerce and the local Friends of the Fourth motorcycle group meet each month at 1 p.m. at Roberta’s in downtown La Verne. Then, they head to the location where the veterans will be honored.

Currently, the focus is on WWII veterans because the population is dwindling, but the groups are planning to eventually hold ceremonies for for Korean, Vietnam and current veterans.

If you want to learn more about the program or want to participate in honoring these people, call the La Verne Chamber of Commerce office at 909-593-5265.

Tree education

Appreciate all that oxygen production trees have to offer. San Dimas Parks and Recreation Department is conducting a free community tree education program now until June 11.

For more information or to register, call 909-394-6230.

Upcoming open houses

The Bonita Unified School District would like to invite the public to visit its campuses during open house.

Ed Jones Educational Center, 121 W. Allen Ave. in San Dimas, from 6 to 8 p.m. on April 21.

Teen recognition

San Dimas and the city’s Parks and Recreation Commission are accepting nominations from the community for Distinguished Service to Youth Awards.

The awards regonize and honor people in the community who have demonstrated exceptional service to the city’s youth. It also creates awareness of the need for citizens become involved in youth programs.

For more information, stop by San Dimas City Hall, Parks and Recreation Department, 245 E. Bonita Ave. Or, visit www.cityofsandimas.com

The deadline to submit nominations is 4 p.m. on Friday, May 6. Call 909-394-6230 for more details.

Spring dance

Join San Dimas Parks and Recreation Department for a spring dance. A spring dance for special needs community will be held on Friday, May 6, for ages 13 and up.

The dance will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Stanley Plummer Community Building, 245 E. Bonita Ave.

Participants will enjoy a live DJ and refreshments. Advanced tickets can be purchased for $3 at San Dimas City Hall, Parks and Recreation Department, beginning April 10. Tickets at the door will be $5.

For more information, call 909-394-6230.

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